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2012 NFL Mock Draft: Round 3

Last update: Thursday, April 26, 2012, 3:30 p.m. Changes in all 7 rounds.
Next updates: Final (barring major trade in next couple of hours).
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The order of this 2012 NFL Mock Draft is based on the real 2012 NFL Draft Order.

Indianapolis Colts: Alameda Ta'amu, NT, Washington

The Colts are switching to a 3-4, and because the old regime favored smaller defensive linemen, the only player who can step in at nose tackle is 310-pound Antonio Johnson.

St. Louis Rams: Lamar Miller, RB, Miami

The Rams picked up Cadillac Williams and Jerious Norwood, but both players flopped. A successor for Steven Jackson (and in the short term, insurance in the event of an injury) is still needed.

Jeff Fisher discussed how much he still values running backs recently, so there's a good chance he'll take one early in the 2012 NFL Draft.

Pick change; previously Dwight Bentley, CB

Minnesota Vikings: Trumaine Johnson, CB/FS, Montana

It shouldn't surprise anyone if the Vikings make multiple upgrades to their secondary in the 2012 NFL Draft. Antoine Winfield, who has missed at least six games in three of the previous five years, turns 35 in June. The disappointing Chris Cook has legal issues. Cedric Griffin, meanwhile, was just released. There are also two holes at safety.

Cleveland Browns: Kirk Cousins, QB, Michigan State

The Browns have to obtain a quarterback at some point. They can't go into the 2012 season with just Colt McCoy.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Terrell Manning, OLB, N.C. State

The Buccaneers can't go into the 2012 season with Quincy Black and Adam Hayward as their two starting outside linebackers.

Washington Redskins: Donald Stephenson, OT, Oklahoma

Washington should look into adding an insurance policy at right tackle because Jammal Brown can't seem to get healthy. His hip injury just won't go away.

Jacksonville Jaguars: Tyrone Crawford, DE, Boise State

The Jaguars will have to spend a Round 2-4 selection on a defensive end if they don't pick Melvin Ingram at No. 7.

Pick change; previously A.J. Jenkins, WR

Buffalo Bills: Brian Quick, WR, Appalachian State

The Bills paid a ton of money to Ryan Fitzpatrick last season, so they need to find him some help across from Steve Johnson. Neither Donald Jones nor David Nelson is a capable No. 2 wideout. Brian Quick is a receiver who seems like a great fit for Chan Gailey's offense.

Pick change; previously James Brown, OT

Miami Dolphins: Brandon Brooks, G, Miami of Ohio

The Dolphins need two upgrades on the offensive front - one at right tackle and another at guard. John Jerry, a third-round pick in 2010, has never played well. Some competition should be added.

Miami Dolphins: Chris Givens, WR, Wake Forest

Another weapon for Ryan Tannehill. The Dolphins acquired this selection by trading away Brandon Marshall. Why not take a receiver to replace him?

Kansas City Chiefs: Josh Chapman, NT, Alabama

The Chiefs really need a nose tackle and a guard. They could go Dontari Poe in Round 1, and then Kevin Zeitler in Round 2. However, I have them selecting David DeCastro, so Alameda Ta'amu and Josh Chapman would be possible solutions the following day.

Seattle Seahawks: Nigel Bradham, LB, Florida State

The Seahawks are desperate for linebacker help. If they can't get Luke Kuechly at No. 12 or Mychal Kendricks in the second round, they'll consider someone like Nigel Bradham at this spot.

Pick change; previously Chris Polk, RB

Houston Texans: Nick Toon, WR, Wisconsin

The Texans won't draft a receiver in the first round, but they'll definitely be searching for one on Day 2.

New York Jets: Brandon Taylor, S, LSU

Safety is a huge need for the Jets. Eric Smith is terrible, while the newly signed LaRon Landry can't be relied upon to stay healthy; many teams passed on him in free agency because of his Achilles.

San Diego Chargers: LaMichael James, RB, Oregon

The only running backs on San Diego's current roster are Ryan Mathews, Curtis Brinkley and fullback LeRon McClain. Mathews hasn't been able to stay healthy, so the Chargers will look into spending an early selection on some insurance.

Chicago Bears: Dwight Bentley, CB, Louisiana-Lafayette

The Bears were able to re-sign Tim Jennings, but they still need help at cornerback. Dwight Bentley is one of the top players available.

Pick change; previously Jamell Fleming, CB

Arizona Cardinals: Juron Criner, WR, Arizona

The Cardinals could be looking at a receiver here if they don't take Michael Floyd at No. 13 overall. They need to bring in someone to take some attention away from Larry Fitzgerald.

Dallas Cowboys: Jamell Fleming, CB, Oklahoma

The Cowboys signed Brandon Carr to bolster their secondary, but they'll still consider a cornerback in the middle rounds of the 2012 NFL Draft for depth purposes.

Pick change; previously Ron Brooks, CB

Tennessee Titans: Casey Hayward, CB, Vanderbilt

Cortland Finnegan is gone. The Titans don't need a starting corner, but they have to replenish depth.

Cincinnati Bengals: Brandon Washington, G/OT, Miami

As mentioned in Round 1, the Bengals will be looking for some help at guard. The disappointing Jacob Bell is currently slated to start.

Atlanta Falcons: Ladarius Green, TE, Louisiana-Lafayette

The Falcons will probably find a successor for Tony Gonzalez sometime this offseason. Ladarius Green is a good fit in this spot.

Detroit Lions: Josh Norman, CB, Coastal Carolina

How many years has it been since the Lions have had great cornerback play? Five? Ten? Ten thousand? For the sake of the fans, I hope the front office addresses this need.

Pittsburgh Steelers: Chris Polk, RB, Washington

Coming off a torn ACL, Rashard Mendenhall will be entering his contract year in 2012. The Steelers should have an alternative option at the ready just in case they decide not to retain Mendenhall.

Pick change; previously Bernard Pierce, RB

Denver Broncos: Brock Osweiler, QB, Arizona State

Tim Tebow-san is gone, so I imagine that John Kreese Elway and Johnny Lawrence Fox will be looking for a young quarterback to groom behind Peyton Manning.

Philadelphia Eagles: Jeff Allen, OT, Illinois

The Eagles signed Demetress Bell as insurance for Jason Peters, but that was essentially a 1-year contract. They should probably spend an early pick on a developmental tackle just in case Bell busts and Peters can't return to form.

New Orleans Saints: Billy Winn, DE/DT, Boise State

The Saints found their nose tackle in Brodrick Bunkley, but they still need a pass-rushing presence in the interior of their defensive line.

Green Bay Packers: Josh Kaddu, DE/OLB, Oregon

The Packers will definitely consider a rush linebacker at No. 28 overall. If they don't take one there, someone like Josh Kaddu could suffice in Round 3.

Baltimore Ravens: Cam Johnson, DE/OLB, Virginia

As good as the Ravens' defense is, they only have one player who can consistently get to the quarterback. Both Pittsburgh and Baltimore will consider Cam Johnson in Round 3.

San Francisco 49ers: Jared Crick, DE/DT, Nebraska

The 49ers take one of the top players available to fill their need for defensive end depth behind Justin Smith and Ray McDonald.

New England Patriots: Markelle Martin, S, Oklahoma State

Bill Belichick can't seriously be considering starting Steven Gregory at safety. He almost has to draft someone at that position in the first few rounds.

New York Giants: Cyrus Gray, RB, Texas A&M

Running back isn't New York's biggest need, but it could certainly be addressed at this spot. Ahmad Bradshaw has yet to prove that he can carry the load for a full season. Brandon Jacobs, meanwhile, was released earlier this offseason.

Oakland Raiders: Chris Greenwood, CB, Albion

The Raiders just lost Stanford Routt and Chris Johnson, so they'll have to replenish depth. Listing Shawntae Spencer as a starter is pretty sad.

Pick change; previously Mike Martin, DT

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Al 04-28-2012 07:03 pm xxx.xxx.xxx2.75 (total posts: 35)

Jacksonville is really thinking positive,
taking a punter in the third rd! lol

McLovin 04-28-2012 06:45 pm xxx.xxx.xxx.234 (total posts: 2)

Come on Ram Fan...From Michigan so it's hard for me to give any buckey their props!!! But Adams would have gone top 10 if off field issues hadn't limited playing time and dropped stock. It hurts me to say it.

Ben 04-28-2012 03:38 pm xxx.xxx.xxx.238 (total posts: 81)

Bengals:
1a-Dre Kirkpatrick, CB, Alabama
1b-Kevin Zeitler, OG, Wisconsin
2-Devon Still, DT, Penn State
3a-Mohammed Sanu, WR, Rutgers
3b-Brandon Thompson, DT, Clemson
4-Orson Charles, TE, Georgia
5a-Shaun Prater, CB, Iowa
5b-Marvin Jones, WR, California
5c-George Iloka, S, Boise State
6-hopefully a RB or LB

BENGALS!!!!! 04-28-2012 03:37 pm xxx.xxx.xxx.220 (total posts: 17)

best draft bengals.we aint gettin mcnutt but everthing from here should be depth

sd chargers 04-28-2012 03:34 pm xxx.xxx.xxx.220 (total posts: 17)

the chargers need to get more o-line depth and should make a serious run at alfonso dennard and cyrus gray

Bmack15 04-28-2012 02:54 pm xxx.xxx.xxx4.80 (total posts: 1)

Eagles had the worst draft picks this year. Dumb ass decisions.

@ McLovin 04-28-2012 12:39 pm xxx.xxx.xxx0.47 (total posts: 87)

from Ram Fan For Life

don't let the Mickey D's artery clogging grease get to the cold steel menatality......Adams was never a top ten talent... BUT will make Pitt's OL-line an above average "on paper" & talented unit.....top 10 never.....

The Seer

@ Rubber Monkey 04-28-2012 12:34 pm xxx.xxx.xxx0.47 (total posts: 87)

from am Fan For Life

Oakland should land the guy and have Stabler two duddeb KM2.

The Seer

Ram Fan For Life 04-28-2012 12:32 pm xxx.xxx.xxx0.47 (total posts: 87)

Ernest Givens from Houston Oiler Days - 1 season @ Jacksonville (?)

Is Rams' Chris Givens wr selected in 4th rd. the son of Ernest Givens from 1986 into the mid + 1990's?

The Seer

ravens342 04-28-2012 12:15 pm xxx.xxx.xxx.158 (total posts: 43)

Lets keep an eye on where Miller and Polk go and what about CliffHarris CB of Oregon he was a Top10 talent at the start of last year and finally VontazeBurfict yes he had weight issues slow 40 time and production did drop from one year to the next but the guy can play both will be steal I see them going after mid 5th Rd

Rubber Monkey 04-28-2012 08:33 am xxx.xxx.xxx.239 (total posts: 1)

@Kellen Moore: "somebody please help me, i cant figure this out, why has kellen moore not been drafted, and dont give me his size crap. he killed all most every ncaa record there was. this just tells me that the nfl is a bunch of retards (miami)"

Apparently you don't understand the difference between the NCAA and the NFL. Whe Moore's size is an issue - disregarding it doesn't negate it - his arm strength is another significant factor. He does not have a fast enough release and he can't make the big throws downfield consistently against NFL-caliber defenses. Look at which QBs go higher in the draft. They're taller, stronger, and have quicker guns. Moore might surprise people and be a successful starter somewhere, but he's likely to be a career backup unless he does some time in the CFL. NFL scouts and GMs have been doing this long enough to be a lot better at it than you. Sorry, dude. That's just reality.

McLovin 04-28-2012 03:19 am xxx.xxx.xxx37.2 (total posts: 4)

The Steelers O-line is going to be a force for years to come. DeCastro is the highest rated guard in years. Adams is top ten talent that fell into the 2nd round. Combine them with Pouncey and that line is dominant for a couple more title runs.

tinytebow 04-28-2012 02:15 am xxx.xxx.xxx.174 (total posts: 9)

The Colts defense is going to be atrocious next year. How could they not go defense? No corners, no LBs--disaster waiting to happen.
Texans will run away with the division.

coltsfan 04-28-2012 01:13 am xxx.xxx.xxx.181 (total posts: 58)

colts draft was great, not only did we get the best te in fleener but also the 2nd best in allen.what surprised me the most is t.y hilton was still on the board late in the 3rd. hilton is the same as desean jackson 4.2 speed.i think we've had the best draft so far and hopefully will pick defense from here on out.

CHARGERS DAY 3 04-28-2012 12:42 am xxx.xxx.xxx.220 (total posts: 17)

my wish list for day three is in the 4th CB Brandon Boykin, in the 5th RB Cyrus Gray, then the other two picks in the 7th, cuz we traded our 6th to move up for brandon taylor, we should use on o-line depth

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