Charlie Campbell’s 2015 NFL Mock Draft: Round Five

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Minnesota Vikings: Josh Robinson, RB, Mississippi State
The Vikings get some running back depth, and it make sense considering the age and tenuous situation with Adrian Peterson.

Robinson (5-8, 217) enjoyed a breakout season for the Bulldogs. He ran with quickness and toughness to pace the Mississippi State offense. Robinson averaged 6.3 yards per carry for 1,203 yards with 11 touchdowns. He also had 28 receptions for 370 yards. Robinson needs to improve his pass blocking for the next level. He averaged 5.9 yards per carry for 459 yards and three touchdowns as a sophomore. In his freshman year, Robinson totaled 335 yards (6.1 average) and a score.

Tennessee Titans: Jalston Fowler, FB, Alabama
The Titans add a fullback, and sources have said that the team loves Fowler.

Fowler blocked really well for Alabama’s talented running backs in 2014. The senior also had 11 catches for 129 yards and two touchdowns, along with 12 carries for 69 yards. Fowler looks to be worthy of a Day-3 pick with the potential to be a starting fullback and special teams contributor in the NFL. He had a good week at the Senior Bowl and showed that he’s ready to compete immediately.

Jacksonville Jaguars: Jamison Crowder, WR, Duke
The Jaguars could use a slot receiver for Blake Bortles.

The undersized Crowder (5-8, 185) produced a good 2014 season for the Blue Devils with 85 receptions for 1,044 yards with six touchdowns. He finished the year well with a 100-yard receiving game and a punt return for a touchdown against Arizona State in Duke’s bowl game.

For the NFL, Crowder is a speedy, slot receiver, but the senior may not have the size to stick at the next level. He had a good showing at the Senior Bowl. As a junior, Crowder made 108 catches for 1,360 yards with eight touchdowns. He had 76 receptions for 1,074 yards and eight scores as a sophomore.

Pick change; previously Jamon Brown, OT

Oakland Raiders: David Parry, DT, Stanford
The Raiders could use more talent and competition on the defensive line on the inside and outside.

Parry (6-1, 308) is a sleeper prospect who could be a nice value pick. After serving as a backup, Parry became a starter as a senior. He was a tough defender for Stanford in 2014 as he totaled 34 tackles, 7.5 tackles for a loss and 4.5 sacks. Parry is very strong at the point of attack and is reliable at controlling his gap. He had an impressive week at the East-West Shrine and was one of the best defensive linemen there.

Washington Redskins: Cameron Artis-Payne, RB, Auburn
The Redskins lost Roy Helu in free agency and could use some running back depth.

Artis-Payne (5-9, 212) replaced Tre Mason for Auburn, and the Tigers received a solid season from their tailback. Artis-Payne averaged 5.3 yards per carry for 1,608 yards with 13 touchdowns in 2014. He also had 13 receptions for 147 yards. Artis-Payne is a well-rounded runner, but he isn’t overly fast or physical. He looks like a backup running back in the NFL. In 2013, Artis-Payne averaged 6.7 yards per carry on 91 attempts for 610 yards with six scores.

Chicago Bears: Ibraheim Campbell, S, Northwestern
The Bears grab more competition at safety.

Campbell was limited to eight games in 2014 while dealing with an injury that cost him a month. Despite missed time, the senior had quality production as he totaled 54 tackles, four forced fumbles, three passes broken up and three interceptions. In his junior season, he had 73 tackles, five break ups and four interceptions. Campbell totaled 89 tackles with 12 passes defended and two interceptions the year before. He had broken into the starting lineup as a redshirt freshman and totaled 100 tackles with four passes broken up and two interceptions. Campbell looks like is a possible strong safety for the NFL.

Denver Broncos: Wes Saxton, TE, South Alabama
Julius Thomas left in free agency, so Denver could use another young tight end for Peyton Manning. Owen Daniels isn’t a long-term starter

Saxton (6-4, 235) has the speed and athleticism to be a receiving threat in the NFL. He made 20 receptions for 155 yards as a senior, but in his junior year, he had 50 catches for 635 yards and a score. Injuries were said to hold Saxton back as a senior. He showed off some real speed at the Combine with the fastest time of any tight end at 4.56 seconds in the 40-yard dash.

New York Giants: Marcus Hardison, DT, Arizona State
The Giants could use some defensive tackle depth.

Hardison exploded onto the Pac-12 scene in 2014. The senior flashed some pass-rush ability with 10 sacks and 15 tackles for a loss. He also had 53 tackles, three forced fumbles, two passes broken up and two interceptions. At the Senior Bowl, Hardison put together a quality week.

Philadelphia Eagles: Craig Mager, CB, Texas State
The Eagles could use multiple cornerbacks.

One of the most impressive defensive backs at the East-West Shrine was Mager. He does a nice job of running the route and staying with receivers to prevent them from getting separation. Mager continued to perform well with a faster than expected 40 at the Combine.

The 5-foot-11, 201-pounder isn’t undersized and is put together pretty well. He looks like he could develop into a quality NFL cornerback after starting out as a nickelback or dimeback.

Atlanta Falcons: Vince Mayle, WR, Washington State
The Falcons lost Harry Douglas and could use a young receiver to prepare as a replacement for Roddy White.

Mayle produced a big senior year for Washington State. In the Cougars’ aerial offense, he caught 106 passes for 1,483 yards with nine touchdowns. He lit up some of the weaker secondaries he played against and was decent against Oregon (7-75) and Stanford (6-78). Mayle had 42 receptions for 539 yards and seven scores in 2013.

Cleveland Browns: DeVante Davis, WR, UNLV
The Browns grab more competition at receiver.

While missing five games, Davis recorded 34 receptions for 599 yards and four touchdowns in 2014. He has good size, but he may not have the speed to get separation. Davis didn’t really stand out at the Senior Bowl. Davis caught 87 passes for 1,290 yards with 14 touchdowns in 2013. He reeled in 61 catches for 854 yards and four scores as a sophomore.

New Orleans Saints: Deontay Greenberry, WR, Houston
The Saints get a young understudy for Marques Colston.

Greenberry notched 72 receptions for 841 yards and six touchdowns in 2014. He has good size, but could lack the speed to separate from NFL-caliber cornerbacks. Greenberry (6-3, 200) should have returned for his senior year. He made an immediate impact as a freshman in 2012 with 47 receptions for 569 yards and three touchdowns. Greenberry upped his game as a sophomore with 82 receptions for 1,202 yards and 11 touchdowns.

Miami Dolphins: Lorenzo Doss, CB, Tulane
The Dolphins grab another corner to compete.

Doss was a 3-year starter and a ballhawk for the Green Wave. As a freshman, Doss had five interceptions, two breakups and 44 tackles. The sophomore increased his interceptions to seven, broke up 11 more passes and had 78 tackles. The junior had 45 tackles with eight break ups and two interceptions in 2014. Doss didn’t stand out at the Combine.

Miami Dolphins: Martrell Spaight, ILB, Arkansas
The Dolphins could address the linebacker position as soon as Round 2. They would be fortunate to land a talented sleeper like Spaight on the third day of the 2015 NFL Draft.

Spaight (5-11, 236) was an All-SEC selection and earned an invitation to the Senior Bowl. In Mobile, he had a solid week and showed that he is an instinctive defender. Spaight went on to run slower than expected at the Combine. 2014 was the senior’s a breakout season with 128 tackles, 8.5 tackles for a loss, one sack, three passes broken up, one interception and one sack. He had only 22 tackles with a sack as a junior. Spaight played two seasons at Coffeyville Community College.

San Francisco 49ers: Jamon Brown, OT, Louisville
The 49ers grab some offensive line depth and competition after losing Mike Iupati.

Brown (6-6, 323) had a strong performance at the East-West Shrine, but unfortunately, an injury kept him from working out at the Combine. He is a big blocker with some power to him. Brown needs to improve his pass protection, but he could be a sleeper who proves to be a steal.

Pick change; previously Quandre Diggs, CB

Houston Texans: Max Valles, OLB, Virginia
The Texans could use outside linebacker depth with Brooks Reed leaving and Whitney Mercilus in the last year of his contract.

Valles (6-5, 251) was a surprise early entry to the 2015 NFL Draft. He had a quality 2014 season with nine sacks, 12.5 tackles for a loss, 55 tackles and eight passes broken up. Prior to 2014, Valles was a backup, so he could have used more development before going to the NFL. Valles didn’t impress at the Combine with a slow 40 time.

San Diego Chargers: Imoan Claiborne, CB, Northwestern State
The Chargers grab some more secondary depth.

Claiborne (5-9, 189) showed the ability to compete at the Senior Bowl. He did a nice job of running with receivers and staying close to them in and out of their breaks. For the NFL, Claiborne looks like a slot cornerback candidate. He used his time in Mobile to rise from the undrafted ranks into a pick on the third day of the 2015 NFL Draft.

New Orleans Saints: Sean Mannion, QB, Oregon State
The Saints add a young quarterback to develop behind Drew Brees.

Mannion completed 62 percent of his passes in 2014 for 3,164 yards with 15 touchdowns and eight interceptions. He was unable to get into a rhythm because his offensive line was awful. As a junior, Mannion generally lit up defenses in the Pac-12 as he completed 66.3 percent of his passes for 4,662 yards with 37 touchdowns and 15 interceptions. Mannion is a big-armed pocket-passer.

Buffalo Bills: Chaz Green, OT, Florida
The Bills grab a competitor at right tackle.

Green had a solid 2014 season for Florida. He even played some left tackle while D.J. Humphries was out with an injury. Green is a strong run-blocker and dependable in pass protection. Green was injured in 2013’s fall camp and went out for the season with a torn labrum. Florida missed him all year as their offensive line was dreadful. Green had a solid sophomore season at right tackle for the Gators. Florida had a lot of success running the ball with Mike Gillislee in 2012 and Green was an integral part of the team’s tough ground game.

Philadelphia Eagles: Xavier Cooper, DT, Washington State
The Eagles grab some defensive line depth.

Cooper (6-3, 293) was a surprise early entry into the 2015 NFL Draft. He has a serious amount of speed for a defensive tackle close to 300 pounds, and he put that on display at the Combine with a blazing fast 40. Cooper used that speed to be a pass-rushing threat on the inside for the Cougars. The junior totaled 37 tackles with 9.5 tackles for a loss and five sacks in 2014. He had 50 tackles with five sacks the year before.

Cincinnati Bengals: Charles Gaines, CB, Louisville
The Bengals grab some corner depth after losing Terrance Newman.

Gaines had 32 tackles, nine passes broken up and two interceptions in 2014. The 5-foot-10, 180-pounder is quick and has decent size. Gaines converted from wide receiver to cornerback for 2013 and had an excellent debut at his new position. He totaled five interceptions, seven passes broken up and 22 tackles for the year.

Gaines needs to improve his technique in coverage, but he has lot of natural ability. Gaines could also stand to improve his run defense and tackling. Filling out his frame would help with that. He also was a good contributor on special teams.

Baltimore Ravens: Anthony Chickillo, DE, Miami
The Ravens grab a young five-technique to refresh their defense.

Chickillo (6-3, 267) put together 41 tackles, 3.5 tackles for a loss, one forced fumble, three passes batted and three sacks in 2014. He never played up to the hype in college, but he had a good week at the East-West Shrine. Chickillo recorded 3.5 sacks and 46 tackles with 7.5 tackles for a loss in 2013. He flashed at times with a combination of strength and quickness, but he also fell quiet for stretches.

Arizona Cardinals: B.J. Finney, C, Kansas State
The Cardinals continue to build up their offensive line with a long-term center. Starter Lyle Sendlein is 31.

Finney was solid for Kansas State in 2014. He is a smart, athletic lineman who could use more functional strength for the NFL. Finney had an impressive week at the East-West Shrine to solidify his status as a third-day pick. He is a former walk-on who became a First-Team All-Big XII selection in back-to-back years. The junior continued his strong play in 2013 and has improved his overall game over time. He had a superb 2012 season blocking for quarterback Collin Klein.

Pittsburgh Steelers: Senquez Golson, CB, Ole Miss
The Steelers grab more cornerback help.

Golson (5-9, 176) was one of the most dangerous cornerbacks in the nation in 2014 and was an interception machine for the Rebels. He demonstrated excellent instincts and ball skills. Golson was smart with how he baited quarterbacks into throwing picks. He notched 10 interceptions on the year, making picks in eight games. The senior also had 41 tackles with eight passes broken up.

Golson recorded 41 tackles with three passes broken up and two interceptions in 2013. In 2012, he notched three interceptions, three passes batted away and 36 tackles while starting six games.

Carolina Panthers: Danielle Hunter, DE, LSU
The Panthers grab some defensive end depth after losing Greg Hardy.

Hunter was a quality run-defender for LSU in 2014. He recorded 73 tackles with 13 tackles for a loss, one forced fumble and six passes batted. Hunter only notched 1.5 sacks, but he put more pressure on the quarterback than the total indicates. Still, Hunter needs to improve his pass-rushing skills and production as a pro. He had 57 tackles with eight tackles for a loss, one forced fumble, two passes batted and three sacks in 2013. Hunter (6-6, 240) also needs to add some weight for the next level.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Ramik Wilson, ILB, Georgia
The Bucs grab a potential Mike linebacker for Lovie Smith’s Tampa 2. Tampa Bay has shown interest in Wilson, who fits the position well.

In 2014, Wilson (6-2, 237) collected 110 tackles with seven tackles for a loss, one forced fumble, three passes broken up and one sack. He has shown some ability to warrant consideration as a developmental three-down linebacker. 2013 may have been Wilson’s first season as an every-down player, but he certainly made a big impact for Georgia by leading the SEC in tackles with 133. The junior was named an All-SEC First-Team selection.

Dallas Cowboys: Josh Shaw, CB/S, USC
The Cowboys could use cornerback competition and depth. They’ve shown interest in Shaw.

Shaw played in the East-West Shrine and Senior Bowl. He is strong and put together well with some press-man skills, but his best fit in the NFL could come as a rangy safety who can cover tight ends and backs. Shaw is a still stiff to turn to run with receivers while not always playing the ball well. His weaknesses could be disguised by using him at safety.

Denver Broncos: Taiwan Jones, ILB, Michigan State
The Broncos could build up their linebacker competition and depth.

Jones (6-3, 245) was a solid defender for the Spartans over the past few years. He had 60 tackles, 12.5 for a loss, four sacks and an interception as a senior. At the East-West Shrine, Jones had an excellent week to really help himself. He showed quickness and the agility to function in pass coverage.

Jones also has the size to be a tough run-defender. He could use more development, but he has three-down starting potential.

Indianapolis Colts: Andy Gallik, C, Boston College
The Colts could use more center competition.

Gallik (6-2, 306) is a stout blocker who is intelligent and sturdy at the point of attack. He broke into the starting lineup as a sophomore after seeing action as a freshman. In his junior and senior years, he was an All-ACC Conference selection. 2014 saw Gallik named as one of six finalists for the Rimington Trophy.

Green Bay Packers: Lynden Trail, DE/DT, Norfolk State
The Packers add some edge-rushing depth. They declined Nick Perry’s fifth-year option, and Julius Peppers could be done at any time.

Trail (6-7, 269) helped himself with a good week at the Senior Bowl. He showed the ability to drop into coverage and rush the passer. Trail is a great fit as a 3-4 outside linebacker. If it weren’t for the off-the-field concerns, he’d probably be a second-day pick.

Trail is a two-time FCS Outstanding Defensive Player of the Year with the Buck Buchanan Award. The senior amassed 91 tackles with 11.5 tackles for a loss and five sacks in 2014. Trail has a history of off-the-field issues, including an arrest for assault. He started out his collegiate career at Florida before transferring to Norfolk State in 2012.

Seattle Seahawks: Christian Covington, DT, Rice
The Seahawks fortify their defensive line.

Covington recorded 20 tackles with 3.5 tackles for a loss, one pass batted and 2.5 sacks through the first six games of 2014. His season ended early because of knee surgery to repair a dislocated kneecap. He probably should have returned for his senior year, but he entered the 2015 NFL Draft. Covington was a First-Team All-C-USA pick in 2013. The sophomore had 51 tackles with 9.5 tackles for a loss and four sacks. It was the second-straight good season for him as he had 43 tackles, eight tackles for a loss, five sacks, one forced fumble and a pass batted in 2012.

Detroit Lions: Quandre Diggs, CB, Texas
The Lions need some cornerback depth and competition.

Diggs had 65 tackles with five passes broken up and three interceptions in 2014. He totaled 60 tackles and 10 passes broken up the year before. The senior is a gritty slot corner who can run with receivers, but is undersized. As a sophomore, Diggs (5-8, 196) had four picks, 52 tackles, seven passes broken up and three tackles for a loss. He recorded 48 tackles, four interceptions and 13 passes broken up as a freshman in 2011. Diggs also was a good returner on kickoffs and punts during his career.

Pick change; previously Mark Glowinski, G

Carolina Panthers: Mark Glowinski, G, West Virginia
The Panthers grab some offensive line depth.

Glowinski is a tough guard who has some strength and grit to him. He started at right guard for the Mountaineers and could remain there in the NFL. It wouldn’t hurt him to add 10 pounds of power for the NFL. There are some who feel that Glowinski is a sleeper who is going to be a nice reward for some team.

Pick change; previously Kevin White, CB

Seattle Seahawks: Dezmin Lewis, WR, Central Arkansas
The Seahawks could use a receiver with size.

Lewis (6-4, 214) is a big-bodied receiver who could end up being a mid-round pick. He totaled 64 receptions for 945 yards and nine touchdowns in 2014. Lewis impressed enough to receive an invitation to the Senior Bowl, and he held his own in Mobile.

Baltimore Ravens: Darrian Miller, OT, Kentucky
The Ravens could use a backup offensive tackle. Eugene Monroe was robbery of the Jaguars in that trade, and Ricky Wagner has been a mid-round steal. It wouldn’t hurt Baltimore to have some backup talent in case either veteran gets too pricey in the future.

Miller put together a strong performance at the East-West Shrine. He showed some quickness, strength and power. Miller went under the radar at Kentucky, but was the team’s starting left tackle from his sophomore season on. The 6-foot-5, 307-pound Miller enters the NFL with a lot of experience from the SEC. He could be a good swing-tackle backup on game days and possible develop into a late-round steal.

Kansas City Chiefs: John Miller, G, Louisville
The Chiefs could use multiple offensive linemen to improve their blocking.

Miller was a quality blocker for the Cardinals in 2014. He had some struggles with Florida State lineman Eddie Goldman and Mario Edwards Jr. Miller had issues with Georgia, but for the most part, he was reliable in the ground game and in pass protection. Miller helped his stock with a strong performance at the East-West Shrine.

Kansas City Chiefs: Kevin White, CB, TCU
The Chiefs grab some depth at cornerback.

While White (5-9, 180) is undersized, he is a gritty cover corner who competes and does a nice job of not allowing separation. He had an excellent week at the Senior Bowl. In 2014, White recorded 51 tackles with four tackles for a loss, two interceptions and 11 passes broken up. He was impressive with how he defended West Virginia wide receiver Kevin White (3-28). The Horned Frog looks like a potential slot cornerback for the NFL.

In 2013, White was an honorable mention Big XII pick by the conference’s coaches, but was overshadowed by Jason Verrett. White had 40 tackles with eight passes broken up and three interceptions that season.

Pick change; previously Jamison Crowder, WR

Carolina Panthers: Jake Ryan, ILB/OLB, Michigan
The Panthers have been showing a lot of interest in linebackers, and Carolina could add some help at the position on Day 3.

Ryan (6-2, 240) showed flashes of his 2012 form in 2014 and looked better on a weekly basis. For the year, he totaled 112 tackles with 14 tackles for a loss, two sacks, two forced fumbles, one interception and three passes broken up. After an ACL tear in spring practice of 2013, Ryan made his return to the field in amazingly quick fashion, but he just wasn’t the same as a junior. Ryan led the team in tackles with 88 in 2012. The sophomore also had 16 tackles for a loss, 4.5 sacks, three passes batted and four forced fumbles in that sensational season.

Houston Texans: Chris Conley, WR, Georgia
The Texans could use a receiver with some size to help replace Andre Johnson.

Conley commanded that NFL teams take notice of him with his tremendous 40 time at the Combine. Not only was Conley extremely fast, he also has good size and was respectable in the field work. The senior hauled in 36 receptions for 657 yards and eight touchdowns in 2014. He caught 45 passes for 651 yards and four touchdowns the year before. Conley is a sleeper pick who could be a mid-round steal.

Baltimore Ravens: Tyeler Davison, DT, Fresno State
The Ravens grab some more defensive line depth and competition to replace Haloti Ngata.

Davison (6-2, 316) recorded 58 tackles with eight sacks and 12.5 tackles for a loss in 2014. He picked up three sacks against Hawaii. Davison had a quality week at the East-West Shrine.

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