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2012 NFL Mock Draft: Round 4

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.

St. Louis Rams: Sean Spence, OLB, Miami

The Rams are really thin at linebacker, so they'll probably spend multiple draft picks replenishing depth and/or finding future starters.

Indianapolis Colts: Zebrie Sanders, OT, Florida State

The Colts will be begging for Andrew Luck to get injured if they don't find an upgrade over Winston Justice at right tackle.

Minnesota Vikings: Senio Kelemete, G/OT, Washington

For Christian Ponder's sake, I hope Rick Spielman knows that he needs to make two upgrades to the offensive line.

Houston Texans: Orson Charles, TE, Georgia

The Texans lost Joel Dresseen. Tight end isn't a big need, but they may spend a mid-round pick on some competition for Garrett Graham.

Cleveland Browns: Chase Minnifield, CB/KR, Virginia

It's safe to say that Cleveland fans would love this pick, as Chase Minnifield's father, Frank, was a four-time Pro Bowler for the team in the 80s.

The Browns spent a mid-round pick on Buster Skrine, but he didn't play much as a rookie. With Sheldon Brown turning 33 soon, they'll need another talented cornerback to compete for the starting job across from Joe Haden. You can never have enough talented defensive backs in the NFL.

Jacksonville Jaguars: Marvin McNutt, WR, Iowa

The Jaguars will either spend a first-round pick on a receiver or they'll use multiple selections in Rounds 2-5 on the position. I can't say it enough - Gene Smith needs to find help for Blaine Gabbert.

Pick change; previously Tyrone Crawford, DE

Washington Redskins: Robert Turbin, RB, Utah State

Robert Turbin is a great fit for Mike Shanahan's offense. Shanahan loves using mid-round picks on running backs.

Miami Dolphins: Antonio Allen, S, South Carolina

Yeremiah Bell was a cap casualty this offseason, so the Dolphins will need a replacement. Unfortunately, this safety class is so thin that they can only hope that someone like Markelle Martin works out.

Carolina Panthers: Jaye Howard, DT, Florida

The Panthers have a huge need in the interior of their defensive line. They spent a pair of third-round picks last year on defensive tackles Sione Fua and Terrell McClain. Fua wasn't that bad as a rookie, but McClain was awful, constantly getting abused against the run.

Buffalo Bills: James Brown, OT, Troy

The Bills want a left tackle with length, so here they go. Buddy Nix needs to find someone who can provide competition for Chris Hairston.

Pick change; previously Olivier Vernon, DE

Seattle Seahawks: Bernard Pierce, RB, Temple

If the Vikings can use a second-round pick on Toby Gerhart with Adrian Peterson on the roster, then Seattle sure as hell can draft a runner here even though Marshawn Lynch has been re-signed. Lynch's running style makes him vulnerable to injury, so the Seahawks need depth at the position.

Pick change; previously Tony Bergstrom, OT

Kansas City Chiefs: Ryan Steed, CB, Furman

Even when the Chiefs signed Stanford Routt, they reportedly were trying to retain Brandon Carr. They could spend a mid-round pick on a cornerback for depth/future purposes.

Denver Broncos: Isaiah Pead, RB, Cincinnati

John Fox loves utilizing multiple running backs. Knowshon Moreno can't stay healthy and isn't very good anyway. Willis McGahee is nearing the end of his career, and he wore down at the end of the year.

Washington Redskins: Keith Tandy, CB, West Virginia

Depending on where they plan on using newly signed Cedric Griffin, the Redskins will need depth at either cornerback or safety.

San Diego Chargers: Tavon Wilson, S, Illinois

The Chargers had a huge hole at strong safety last offseason, and they decided to take a chance on Bob Sanders. That didn't pan out too well, so A.J. Smith will have to find another upgrade to his beleaguered secondary.

Chicago Bears: Keenan Robinson, OLB, Texas

The Bears have a couple of aging linebackers who need successors. Keenan Robinson projects as a great fit into Lovie Smith's defense.

Arizona Cardinals: Omar Bolden, CB, Arizona State

The 49ers added a bunch of receivers this offseason, so the Cardinals could counter with a mid-round cornerback. Arizona has shown lots of interest in local product Omar Bolden.

Dallas Cowboys: Ryan Broyles, WR/PR, Oklahoma

Laurent Robinson signed with the Jaguars, so the Cowboys have some room at the receiver position.

Philadelphia Eagles: Nick Foles, QB, Arizona

It's very possible that the Eagles will spend a Day 2 (or early Day 3) selection on a quarterback despite the recent addition of Trent Edwards. Go to my 2012 NFL Free Agents Recap page for more.

Tennessee Titans: Mike Martin, DT, Michigan

The Titans just signed Kamerion Wimbley (and drafted Melvin Ingram in this mock), but that doesn't mean they're finished upgrading the defensive line. They still need help on the interior next to Jurrell Casey because Sen'Derrick Marks struggled last year.

Pick change; previously Joe Adams, WR

Cincinnati Bengals: Marcus Forston, DT, Miami

The Bengals lost two defensive linemen in free agency, so they may look to replenish depth in the middle rounds.

Detroit Lions: Trenton Robinson, S, Michigan State

Amari Spievey was brutal all year, and he saved his worst performance for the postseason loss at New Orleans.

Cleveland Browns: James-Michael Johnson, LB, Nevada

The Browns re-signed Chris Gocong and D'Qwell Jackson. That leaves just one more linebacker position to be addressed.

Pittsburgh Steelers: Hebron Fangupo, NT, BYU

Casey Hampton tore his ACL in January, so the Steelers may think about bringing in a new nose tackle.

Denver Broncos: Marvin Jones, WR, California

Peyton Manning needs someone to throw to besides Demaryius Thomas. Marvin Jones is great value in the middle of the fourth round.

Houston Texans: George Iloka, S, Boise State

The Texans haven't selected a defensive back yet. They may think about bringing in competition for Glover Quin.

New Orleans Saints: Jake Bequette, DE, Arkansas

Will Smith probably won't be around after 2012 unless he has a terrific season (unlikely because he could be suspended for eight games) so the Saints should obtain a possible successor.

Green Bay Packers: Coryell Judie, CB, Texas A&M

There aren't many cornerbacks in this draft class who fit Green Bay's system. One of the rare ones who actually does is Coryell Judie.The Packers will have to spend a high selection on a corner soon. Charles Woodson, 36 at some point during the 2012 campaign, isn't going to be around much longer.

Buffalo Bills: Olivier Vernon, DE, Miami

The Bills should add depth behind newly signed Mario Williams and Mark Anderson. An insurance policy for the sporadic Anderson wouldn't hurt either.

Pick change; previously Tank Carder, LB

San Francisco 49ers: Tommy Streeter, WR, Miami

It wouldn't hurt to add a receiver in the first few rounds. The 49ers need insurance once the Randy Moss experiment inevitably fails.

New England Patriots: Trevin Wade, CB, Arizona

You can never have enough talented cornerbacks. Considering the state of the Patriots' secondary, it'll be a surprise if they don't draft one early, especially if they want to use Ras-I Dowling or Devin McCourty at safety - something that may have to happen considering the lack of talent at that position in this class.

New York Giants: Josh LeRibeus, G, SMU

I would expect the Giants to spend at least two selections on offensive linemen. They need some depth on the interior for the present, and a successor for David Diehl in the near future.

Minnesota Vikings: Shaun Prater, CB, Iowa

More secondary help for the Vikings, who really need to concentrate on upgrading this area.

Oakland Raiders: Michael Egnew, TE, Missouri

Kevin Boss is gone, so the Raiders need a new tight end.

Pick change; previously Chris Greenwood, CB

Baltimore Ravens: Gino Gradkowski, G/C, Delaware

The Ravens need interior line help because Matt Birk won't be playing much longer, while Ben Grubbs defected for New Orleans in free agency.

New York Giants: Leonard Johnson, CB, Iowa State

The Giants lost a couple of cornerbacks in free agency, so they'll have to replenish depth.

Green Bay Packers: Ryan Lindley, QB, San Diego State

The Packers will be losing Matt Flynn this offseason, so they'll have to find a new backup for Aaron Rodgers.

Green Bay Packers: Tom Compton, OT, South Dakota

Green Bay needs to think about acquiring tackle depth because Derek Sherrod's leg injury is putting his 2012 season in jeopardy. Chad Clifton was also released.

Minnesota Vikings: Rishard Matthews, WR, Nevada

The Vikings may spend two fairly early selections on receivers considering the lack of talent they have at the position. Jerome Simpson is no lock to stay out of trouble.

Dallas Cowboys: Philip Blake, C, Baylor

Phil Costa and Kevin Kowalski aren't starting-caliber centers in the NFL. An upgrade is needed here.

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kellen moore 04-27-2012 11:51 pm xxx.xxx.xxx3.36 (total posts: 1)

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)

bocasaints 04-27-2012 09:37 pm xxx.xxx.xxx3.72 (total posts: 1)

good call on osweiler to the broncos, a round later than they did but still this is a tough science. hell you're better than mel kiper which isn't saying much ha ha

Will 04-27-2012 09:07 pm xxx.xxx.xxx5.43 (total posts: 4)

@People that disliked my status a couple statements down. HAHAHAHAAHHA
Told you Bucs would move up if Lavonte David fell.

McLovin 04-27-2012 08:31 pm xxx.xxx.xxx.234 (total posts: 2)

Do the Seahawks know what they are doing? Every year they draft guys that don't fit their system and end up being busts. Reaching again this year instead of taking the best available player.

@Ravens 04-27-2012 06:33 pm xxx.xxx.xxx5.43 (total posts: 4)

I hate Floyd to Cardinals 3 months ago. Anyone could've seen Poe to Chiefs after the combine, they had a need at NT and second best guy for that wouldn't be until late second early 3rd, while guards are plentiful in this draft. And all Bucs fans know we'd trade from 5 to 7 been saying that myself for months, as soon as Rams got that 6 the entire league new they were targeting Blackmon due to the spot they choose, so why wouldn't someone jump them? But have to say people shouldn't bash him, not because his picks which are mostly off, but they should praise them because the do give you all players that could be drafted and let people go check out some of these guys the common fan wouldn't know about unless that player played ball in their area.

Will 04-27-2012 06:29 pm xxx.xxx.xxx5.43 (total posts: 4)

Disappointing you didn't change the Bucs not jumping up to get Lavonte David when his the only OLB left around that area, they'll must definitely trade up to get one of their guys if they feel they'll get taken, see last night Doug Martin before Giants.

Waltersanidiot 04-27-2012 03:51 pm xxx.xxx.xxx7.39 (total posts: 7)

Come on Walter! Browns are goin WR 2nd rd for sure! I we passed on reiff and decastro to get Weeden then we are gettin a wr for sure. Alshon Jeffrey, stephen hill, ruben randle, or sanu are all on their radar. We are goin offensive weapons this draft. Its pretty obvious. Then expect a lb or a rt in the 3rd rd. then we draft best player available. If Weeden turns out great look out for the Browns! They already have a top 10 defense that may be better than that, so we could be gunning for the playoffs. Only real issue is they didnt grab winston justice in free agency. Go browns! Lets contend! I hope Weeden is a beast! Please....

Waltersanidiot 04-27-2012 03:50 pm xxx.xxx.xxx7.39 (total posts: 7)

Vikings should take 04-27-2012 03:20 pm xxx.xxx.xxx.167 (total posts: 1)

Lavonte David if he's still on the board. If they do take WR I would take Sanu over McNutt.

Dave is a doofus 04-27-2012 02:42 pm xxx.xxx.xxx.222 (total posts: 2)

What the **** Marvin mcnutt holds a lot of iowa recieving records and they have three good alumni WR that made the NFL. Wow your crazy

Jack Sprat 04-27-2012 02:31 pm xxx.xxx.xxx8.65 (total posts: 6)

Wow, Past Confused! You're kind a tard, y'know?

Dave 04-27-2012 02:03 pm xxx.xxx.xxx5.65 (total posts: 1)

Doubt the Vikings go with WR in the early third. Especially McNutt who doesn't offer great value at that position.

ravens342 04-27-2012 01:19 pm xxx.xxx.xxx.158 (total posts: 43)

Because of the change with the CBA with the rookie salary cap I believe it will be the end of MockDraft outside the Top10 picks 19picks in only the 1stRd I don't recall having that many trades in the first 2Rds last year, this is going to have a huge impact on how teams can adapt to the draft

ravens342 04-27-2012 01:12 pm xxx.xxx.xxx.158 (total posts: 43)

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@Everyone Bashing Walt------- His MockDraft doesnt look to good right now but at one point he did have the Jags-Blackmon Bills-Gilmore Chiefs-Poe and Cardinals-Floyd it actually came out pretty good considering the fact that there was 19 TRADES!!! Who would have guessed though it doesn't surprise me that the Seahawks would reach a RD ahead to take a player like Bruce and did anyone have AJJenkins in the 1st I didn't think so

B. Horning 04-27-2012 12:51 pm xxx.xxx.xxx2.52 (total posts: 1)

Steelers better be looking at CB Josh Robinson--thats all I'm saying

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