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2015 NFL Mock Draft: Round 1 – Picks 17-32

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Last update: Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2015.
Next update: Next week. Follow me @walterfootball for updates.




*** This mock draft will be updated at least once per week (Tuesday afternoons and other times for important events.). Check out old versions of this 2015 NFL Mock Draft in the archived mock draft section. Follow @walterfootball for updates. ***

  1. San Diego Chargers: Melvin Gordon, RB, Wisconsin
    Ryan Mathews is an impending free agent, while Branden Oliver cooled off following a hot start. If Mathews leaves, the Chargers will have to find someone to complement Oliver. Melvin Gordon, who is viewed as the next Jamaal Charles, would help Philip Rivers in the backfield.

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  2. Kansas City Chiefs: Landon Collins, S, Alabama
    The Chiefs will need to think about bringing in a new safety, as Eric Berry may not be able to play football ever again, unfortunately. They can replace Berry with another SEC safety, as Landon Collins is one of the top prospects still available.

  3. Cleveland Browns: Vic Beasley, DE/OLB, Clemson
    Paul Kruger was Cleveland’s only reliable pass-rusher last year. Barkevious Mingo played well in other facets, but he didn’t have success getting after the quarterback at all. Jabaal Sheard, meanwhile, is an impending free agent. The Browns have to improve their ability to get to the quarterback if they want to get past Ben Roethlisberger and Joe Flacco.

    Pick change; previously T.J. Clemmings, OT



  4. Philadelphia Eagles: Trae Waynes, CB, Michigan State
    I’ve had several Eagle fans ask me if trading up for Marcus Mariota is a possibility. It’s not if Tampa likes him. The Buccaneers actually wanted to move up to No. 1 before they had the first pick because they’re desperate for a franchise quarterback, so they’re not going to suddenly surrender the top choice. From what I’ve gathered, I don’t even think three first-rounders would get it done for Philadelphia. Thus, if the Buccaneers choose Mariota over Jameis Winston, it’s not happening. The news about Tampa liking Winston more than Mariota makes it more likely, especially given that the Titans like Nick Foles, as Charlie Campbell reported on our NFL Draft Rumors page.

    Here’s a more realistic first-round option. The Eagles have a terrible group of corners, and Chip Kelly likes tall defenders like Trae Waynes.

  5. Cincinnati Bengals: La’el Collins, OT/G, LSU
    The Bengals will be interested in a left tackle prospect in the first couple of rounds. Andrew Whitworth, a 33-year-old entering his contract season, can be moved inside to guard to fill a need there. La’el Collins seems perfect for Cincinnati’s blocking scheme.

    Pick change; previously Eli Harold, DE

  6. Pittsburgh Steelers: P.J. Williams, CB, Florida State
    Cortez Allen was so bad against the Colts that he was actually trending on Twitter. Ike Taylor, meanwhile, was miserable in his return from injury. The Steelers are in desperate need of help at the cornerback position, and they’re getting a prospect who fits their scheme well.



  7. Detroit Lions: Malcom Brown, DT, Texas
    The Lions suddenly need to look at defensive tackles. Both Ndamukong Suh and Nick Fairley are hitting free agency in March, as is top backup C.J. Mosley. It might be difficult to re-sign two of those three.

    Pick change; previously Eddie Goldman, DT

  8. Arizona Cardinals: Eric Kendricks, ILB, UCLA
    The Cardinals have had major issues covering tight ends the past two years. The main problem in this regard this past season was the inside linebacker position. Karlos Dansby and Daryl Washington were both missed.

  9. Carolina Panthers: T.J. Clemmings, OT, Pittsburgh
    The Panthers couldn’t block for Cam Newton whatsoever early in the season. The offensive line has been able to gel, but there are still some glaring holes there, particularly at both tackle positions. Charlie Campbell reported that multiple teams have second-day grades on T.J. Clemmings, as you can see in the NFL Draft Rumor Mill, but he has enough upside to be chosen late in the first frame.

    Pick change; previously La’el Collins, G/OT



  10. Baltimore Ravens: Ronald Darby, CB, Florida State
    It’s amazing that the Ravens have been able to maintain such a strong defense despite losing some future Hall of Famers. Their front seven is great, but their secondary is in shambles right now. They really need help at corner.

  11. Dallas Cowboys: Eli Harold, DE/OLB, Virginia
    The Cowboys couldn’t get any pressure on Colt McCoy in an embarrassing Monday night defeat. Mark Sanchez had a clean pocket on Thanksgiving. Aaron Rodgers had all the time he needed in the divisional round of the playoffs. That has to change. Several upgrades can be obtained on the defensive line.

    Pick change; previously Markus Golden, DE

  12. Denver Broncos: Cameron Erving, OT/G/C, Florida State
    The Broncos have some issues on their offensive line that they need to address. That, as well as Peyton Manning’s decaying arm, was the reason for their downfall in the playoffs. Help at center is especially needed.



  13. Indianapolis Colts: Arik Armstead, DE/DT, Oregon
    Cory Redding was a stud this past year, but he will be a 34-year-old free agent in March. A long-term pass-rusher on the defensive line is needed, and Arik Armstead is one of the top players available.

  14. Green Bay Packers: Denzel Perryman, LB, Miami
    There was utter outrage from Packer fans when I didn’t mock an inside linebacker to them in a recent update. The position will have to be addressed, as Clay Matthews playing there is just a temporary solution. Denzel Perryman can generate first-round consideration with a strong Combine.

  15. Seattle Seahawks: Sammie Coates, WR, Auburn
    The Seahawks need play-makers in their receiving corps. They love athletic players, so I have to believe that they’d consider Sammie Coates, who has loads of potential, at the end of the first round.

  16. New England Patriots: Devin Smith, WR, Ohio State
    The Patriots have been unstoppable on offense for the most part, but they still need to find some help for Tom Brady in the receiving corps. Relying on the likes of Brandon LaFell doesn’t sound like a good proposition for the long term.



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