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2016 NFL Mock Draft: Round 2

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Last update: Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2015. Major changes.
Next update: Next week. Follow me @walterfootball for updates.

The order of this 2016 NFL Mock Draft based on the NFL Power Rankings.

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    *** This mock draft will be updated occasionally for important events. Check out old versions of this 2016 NFL Mock Draft in the archived mock section. Follow @walterfootball for NFL Draft updates. ***



  1. Kansas City Chiefs: Germain Ifedi, OT/G, Texas A&M
    Like the Jaguars, Kansas City could be moving on from its 2013 first-round choice. Eric Fisher not only has been terrible; he’s been a wuss as well, failing to play through simple injuries.

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    Pick change; previously Jerald Hawkins, OT

  2. Detroit Lions: Andrew Billings, DT, Baylor
    The Lions never properly replaced Ndamukong Suh and the other defensive tackles they lost this past season, so they’ll have to put forth effort into doing so next spring.

    Pick change; previously Maliek Collins, DT

  3. Baltimore Ravens: Josh Doctson, WR, TCU
    Steve Smith announced that this will be his final season, so the Ravens will need a new starting receiver to go along with Breshad Perriman.

    Pick change; previously Travin Duval, WR

  4. Jacksonville Jaguars: Dan Voltz, C, Wisconsin
    The Jaguars signed Stefen Wisniewski, but that was just to a 1-year deal, so they may need a new center after this season. Wisniewski has played well though, so he could be re-signed.



  5. Tennessee Titans: William Jackson, CB, Houston
    Here’s more secondary help for the Titans, who really need to bolster that group. A safety was already added in this mock, but a new corner needs to be obtained as well.

    Pick change; previously Darian Thompson, S

  6. San Francisco 49ers: Chris Jones, DE/DT, Mississippi State
    The 49ers have no pass rush (except for the Green Bay game) with Justin Smith and Ray McDonald gone. That needs to change.

  7. Houston Texans: Christian Hackenberg, QB, Penn State
    Half a season shouldn’t drop a prospect a whole round, but my premise behind slotting Christian Hackenberg in the top five was that he would go that high if he put together a strong 2015 campaign. It doesn’t look like that’s going to happen now, so it’s realistic could drop to the second day. If so, I’m sure the Texans would take a chance on him, given that Bill O’Brien got the most out of him when he was at Penn State.

  8. New Orleans Saints: Hunter Henry, TE, Arkansas
    Here’s more much-needed help for Drew Brees. The Saints are still having issues in the red zone, so it’s time to bring in a talented tight end who can stay healthy and be positive in the locker room. Ben Watson is not going to dominate every opponent like he did against the Falcons.

    Pick change; previously O.J. Howard, TE



  9. Washington Redskins: Darian Thompson, S, Boise State
    Here’s more help for Washington’s secondary. The team is actually weaker at safety, so both positions definitely need to be addressed.

    Pick change; previously Vonn Bell, S

  10. Cleveland Browns: William Fuller, WR, Notre Dame
    The Browns have to use an early-round pick on a receiver eventually, right? They can’t keep going with retreads.

  11. San Diego Chargers: Jack Allen, C, Michigan State
    The Chargers said goodbye to Nick Hardwick this offseason. They’ve tried Chris Watt out as a replacement, but because he’s a natural guard at the center position, he’s been woeful thus far in 2015. Here’s a solution if he doesn’t improve.

  12. Seattle Seahawks: Shawn Oakman, DE/DT, Baylor
    No one should’ve been surprised that Shawn Oakman returned to school, given that he was widely viewed as a second-day project. In fact, one general manager has him as a fifth- to seventh-rounder. Oakman has loads of potential and athleticism, however, so if he can actually learn how to play football, he could sneak into the first round.

    Pick change; previously Kyle Murphy, OT



  13. Chicago Bears: Tyler Johnstone, OT, Oregon
    The Bears drafted a center, but they need more than just one upgrade on their horrific offensive line. They need to move Kyle Long back to guard, so why not another blocking Duck who can make that happen?

  14. Oakland Raiders: Derrick Henry, RB, Alabama
    I’m not sure if Jack Del Rio was thinking about surfing while doing so, but he benched Latavius Murray for the second time against the Broncos. He may want a new running back.

  15. Dallas Cowboys: Alex Collins, RB, Arkansas
    Joseph Randle, Darren McFadden, Christine Michael… These are the guys who are supposed to replace DeMarco Murray? Despite how great Dallas’ offensive line is, it’s hard to imagine those three having great success.

  16. St. Louis Rams: Maliek Collins, DT, Nebraska
    The Rams signed Nick Fairley this past offseason, but Fairley will be a free agent again in March. If the front office doesn’t retain him, a second-day choice could be used on depth.

    Pick change; previously Josh Doctson, WR



  17. Miami Dolphins: Cameron Sutton, CB, Tennessee
    The Dolphins have a disappointing defensive line, but their main issue on defense is their secondary, which has holes at both cornerback and safety.

  18. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Vonn Bell, S, Ohio State
    It’s a sad day when Chris Conte is your top tight end. The Buccaneers absolutely have to do something about this.

    Pick change; previously Kendall Fuller, CB

  19. New York Giants: Devontae Booker, RB, Utah
    The Giants can’t run the ball very effectively. Rashad Jennings looks done as a result of all of his past injuries, while Andre Williams is nothing but a plodder. Here’s a better option to go along with Shane Vereen.

  20. Buffalo Bills: Kendell Beckwith, LB, LSU
    The Bills improved their pass rush earlier. Here’s a chance for them to bolster the interior of their defense, as they have some glaring issues at inside linebacker that need to be addressed.

    Pick change; previously Germain Ifedi, OT/G



  21. Indianapolis Colts: Max Tuerk, C, USC
    Max Tuerk drops because of his knee injury, but I’m sure the Colts would be happy to scoop him up in an effort to improve their abysmal offensive line.

  22. St. Louis Rams: Su’a Cravens, S, USC
    The Rams will have some contract issues at safety next offseason, with Rodney McLeod and Mark Barron both set to hit the market.

  23. Minnesota Vikings: Cody Whitehair, G, Kansas State
    T.J. Clemmings might be Minnesota’s left tackle of the future, but the front office will have to look for a long-term left guard as well.

  24. New York Jets: Jordan Jenkins, DE/OLB, Georgia
    Another linebacker for the Jets – this time, one who can rush the quarterback from the exterior, which is something New York has had issues with in the past few years.



  25. Arizona Cardinals: Anthony Zettel, DE/DT, Penn State
    Calais Campbell will turn 30 next season, so his time in Arizona will soon expire. The Cardinals need a successor for him and someone to start up front with him in the meantime.

  26. Pittsburgh Steelers: Eddie Jackson, S, Alabama
    Eddie Jackson struggled at corner, but has redefined himself as a decent safety. The Steelers could use him; they’ll need to address the safety position if Shamarko Thomas doesn’t pan out. Will Allen, 34 next offseason, won’t be around much longer.

    Pick change; previously Desmond King, CB

  27. Atlanta Falcons: Corey Coleman, WR, Baylor
    With Roddy White on his way out soon, the Falcons will need to find a third receiver to go along with Julio Jones and Leonard Hankerson.

    Pick change; previously Nick Martin, C

  28. New England Patriots: Desmond King, CB, Iowa
    Perhaps Bill Belichick will use a second-round pick next year on an actual need, rather than a late-round safety. I don’t get how New England failed to find replacements for Darrelle Revis and Brandon Browner.

    Pick change; previously KeiVarae Russell, CB

  29. Carolina Panthers: Spencer Drango, OT, Baylor
    Carolina’s offensive line has been better than expected this season, but the team still needs to obtain at least one upgrade up front. They can’t keep moving forward with Michael Oher manning the blind side.

    Pick change; previously Rashard Higgins, WR

  30. Denver Broncos: O.J. Howard, TE, Alabama
    Owen Daniels has been a failure thus far, though it’s hard to blame him because Peyton Manning is having a terrible season. The Broncos could use a better tight end to properly replace Julius Thomas.

    Pick change; previously Hunter Henry, TE

  31. Cincinnati Bengals: KeiVarae Russell, CB, Notre Dame
    Pacman Jones is playing out of his mind right now – both literally and figuratively – but he’ll be a free agent following this season. Leon Hall will also be hitting the market in March. With so many expiring contracts at cornerback, the Bengals will have to address that position.

    Pick change; previously Andrew Billings, DT

  32. Green Bay Packers: Carl Lawson, DE/OLB, Auburn
    Nick Perry is set to hit free agency this March, and I’m not sure the Packers will want him back. Julius Peppers, meanwhile, doesn’t have many productive years left.

    Pick change; previously Kendell Beckwith, ILB



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