Ehallmar's Mock Draft Rd. 3 (Round 3)
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For now, I'm just using EPSN power rankings to determine my order.
1 - KC: Arthur Brown, ILB, Kansas State
6'1,225-He's a little undersized for a 3-4 ILB, but from a skill standpoint I see him as a Lawerence Timmons type; a good athlete who is allowed to act as a rover from his LB position.
6'1,225-He's a little undersized for a 3-4 ILB, but from a skill standpoint I see him as a Lawerence Timmons type; a good athlete who is allowed to act as a rover from his LB position.
2 - JAX: EJ Manuel, QB, Florida State
6'4,240-Whether or not the Jaguars see Manuel as a guy who could take over the starting QB role or not, he's a big, athletic hometown kid with a good arm. I think this is a good value pick and if anything it would push Gabbert and give the team options.
6'4,240-Whether or not the Jaguars see Manuel as a guy who could take over the starting QB role or not, he's a big, athletic hometown kid with a good arm. I think this is a good value pick and if anything it would push Gabbert and give the team options.
3 - PHI: DeVonte Holloman, OLB, South Carolina
6'3,235-A safety in college, Holloman would pair with first year guy, Mychal Kendricks to form a very athletic, young duo at OLB in Philly.
6'3,235-A safety in college, Holloman would pair with first year guy, Mychal Kendricks to form a very athletic, young duo at OLB in Philly.
4 - OAK: Desmond Trufant, CB, Washington
6'0,185-In their second draft since Al Davis' passing, the Raiders should continue with their new strategy of picking building block players rather than boom-or-bust athletes. Trufant has been a steady veteran for Washington and Oakland could use consistency on defense.
6'0,185-In their second draft since Al Davis' passing, the Raiders should continue with their new strategy of picking building block players rather than boom-or-bust athletes. Trufant has been a steady veteran for Washington and Oakland could use consistency on defense.
5 - SF: T.J. McDonald, FS, USC
6'2,205-Once the top safety on the board, McDonald has slipped. But if Dashon Goldson decides to leave after his contract is up, McDonald could be there to play center field. On a roster this talented his learning curb shouldn't be quite as steep as it would be with some other teams.
6'2,205-Once the top safety on the board, McDonald has slipped. But if Dashon Goldson decides to leave after his contract is up, McDonald could be there to play center field. On a roster this talented his learning curb shouldn't be quite as steep as it would be with some other teams.
6 - CLE: Larry Warford, OG, Kentucky
6'3,325-Like taking an athletic OT to protect your new franchise QB, the Browns should look to draft a big road grater at OG to help make room inside for their new franchise RB.
6'3,325-Like taking an athletic OT to protect your new franchise QB, the Browns should look to draft a big road grater at OG to help make room inside for their new franchise RB.
7 - TEN: Alex Okafor, DE, Texas
6'4,260-Due to a very deep DL class, I have Alex Okafor slipping to round 3. He will be a solid player, but his explosiveness just doesn't stack up with some of the other guys this year. Still, Tennessee continues to build their DL.
6'4,260-Due to a very deep DL class, I have Alex Okafor slipping to round 3. He will be a solid player, but his explosiveness just doesn't stack up with some of the other guys this year. Still, Tennessee continues to build their DL.
8 - ARI: Montee Ball, RB, Wisconsin
5'11,215-I don't completely believe Montee Ball is the best RB available at this point, but Arizona isn't lacking talent in their RB stable, they are lacking consistency. Ball is a proven work horse and every down player. He would make a great addition to Arizona's offensive make over.
5'11,215-I don't completely believe Montee Ball is the best RB available at this point, but Arizona isn't lacking talent in their RB stable, they are lacking consistency. Ball is a proven work horse and every down player. He would make a great addition to Arizona's offensive make over.
9 - BUF: Cobi Hamilton, WR, Arkansas
6'3,210-This would be a dream scenario for Buffalo. They get the gun slinger, Wilson, in round 2 then his favorite target and excellent deep threat, Cobi Hamilton in the 3rd.
6'3,210-This would be a dream scenario for Buffalo. They get the gun slinger, Wilson, in round 2 then his favorite target and excellent deep threat, Cobi Hamilton in the 3rd.
10 - NYJ: Gavin Escobar, TE, San Diego State
6'5,255-I wanted it to work out where San Diego got the local kid, but oh well. Escobar is more of a traditional TE and would allow Kellen Moore to play more of a HB role, giving this offense some kind of diversity.
6'5,255-I wanted it to work out where San Diego got the local kid, but oh well. Escobar is more of a traditional TE and would allow Kellen Moore to play more of a HB role, giving this offense some kind of diversity.
11 - SD: Chase Thomas, OLB, Stanford
6'3,245-The Chargers really aren't desperate for more OLBs but Thomas, Antwain Barnes, Donald Butler, and first rounder, Melvin Ingram make a solid and versatile group of young LBs that opposing teams would have to plan around in the future.
6'3,245-The Chargers really aren't desperate for more OLBs but Thomas, Antwain Barnes, Donald Butler, and first rounder, Melvin Ingram make a solid and versatile group of young LBs that opposing teams would have to plan around in the future.
12 - STL: Sean Porter, OLB, Texas A&M
6'2,230-Some people saw Sean Porter as a potential first rounder coming into the season but he has since been over shadowed by Demontre Moore. Still, he is athletic and could be a poor man's Von Miller in St.Louis.
6'2,230-Some people saw Sean Porter as a potential first rounder coming into the season but he has since been over shadowed by Demontre Moore. Still, he is athletic and could be a poor man's Von Miller in St.Louis.
13 - DET: Andre Ellington, RB, Clemson
5'10,195-Fans in Detroit are starting to wonder if Jahvid Best is a lost cause. If this turns out to be true, Andre Ellington is a speed guy with good hands who would be a nice compliment to their brusier, LeShoure.
5'10,195-Fans in Detroit are starting to wonder if Jahvid Best is a lost cause. If this turns out to be true, Andre Ellington is a speed guy with good hands who would be a nice compliment to their brusier, LeShoure.
14 - DAL: Landry Jones, QB, Oklahoma
6'4,225-Jerry Jones isn't in a hurry to replace Tony Romo, which is what makes this a good pick up for them. Landry Jones has a lot of talent but really needs to be groomed before he's ready to start in the NFL.
6'4,225-Jerry Jones isn't in a hurry to replace Tony Romo, which is what makes this a good pick up for them. Landry Jones has a lot of talent but really needs to be groomed before he's ready to start in the NFL.
15 - MIA: Marquess Wilson, WR, Washington State
6'4,185-What's better than one 6'3+ WR for your young QB? Two of them. If Wilson falls due to leaving the team, Miami would love to pick up another big target on the outside.
6'4,185-What's better than one 6'3+ WR for your young QB? Two of them. If Wilson falls due to leaving the team, Miami would love to pick up another big target on the outside.
16 - WAS: Kevin Minter, ILB, LSU
6'2,245-The attitude of the Washington defense right now is influenced too much by DeAngelo Hall. Minter is a down-to-business kind of enforcer that the Redskins could learn from.
6'2,245-The attitude of the Washington defense right now is influenced too much by DeAngelo Hall. Minter is a down-to-business kind of enforcer that the Redskins could learn from.
17 - MIN: Blidi Wreh-Wilson, CB, Connecticut
6'0,185-There is definitely some good, young talent in this secondary, but until more guys start stepping up, the Vikings need to keep trying with these CBs.
6'0,185-There is definitely some good, young talent in this secondary, but until more guys start stepping up, the Vikings need to keep trying with these CBs.
18 - NO: Tyrann Mathieu, CB, LSU
5'9,180-He has announced he will enter this year's draft, but he's a big time wildcard. He undersized, lacks technical polish, and has plenty of baggage. However, he can flash the magic he played with last year, someone in search of defensive play maker will take a chance on him. I think sticking close to home would be a perfect fit.
5'9,180-He has announced he will enter this year's draft, but he's a big time wildcard. He undersized, lacks technical polish, and has plenty of baggage. However, he can flash the magic he played with last year, someone in search of defensive play maker will take a chance on him. I think sticking close to home would be a perfect fit.
20 - SEA: C.J. Mosley, OLB, Alabama
6'2,235-KJ Wright is a stud and I liked their Bobby Wagner pick last year but Leroy Hill is past his prime and CJ Mosley could be a good replacement for him on the outside eventually.
6'2,235-KJ Wright is a stud and I liked their Bobby Wagner pick last year but Leroy Hill is past his prime and CJ Mosley could be a good replacement for him on the outside eventually.
21 - TB: Denard Robinson, RB, Michigan
5'11,195-Tampa got faster last year with the Doug Martin pick, but as it stands, he's about all the speed they have offensively. Robinson could play WR, RB or maybe even some Wildcat, either way, he provides some speed and big play ability.
5'11,195-Tampa got faster last year with the Doug Martin pick, but as it stands, he's about all the speed they have offensively. Robinson could play WR, RB or maybe even some Wildcat, either way, he provides some speed and big play ability.
22 - CIN: Hugh Thornton, OG, Illinois
6'4,305-One of the only spots on the team I see without a good amount of young talent/depth is OL. There is some there, but some more wouldn't hurt.
6'4,305-One of the only spots on the team I see without a good amount of young talent/depth is OL. There is some there, but some more wouldn't hurt.
23 - IND: Brandon Jenkins, DE, Florida State
6'3,260-Injuries have Jenkins slipping, but if he can stay healthy he can be such a force on the edge. The pairing of Brandon Jenkins and Jerry Hughes could either be a feared tandem in the league for years or a giant headache for Colts fans.
6'3,260-Injuries have Jenkins slipping, but if he can stay healthy he can be such a force on the edge. The pairing of Brandon Jenkins and Jerry Hughes could either be a feared tandem in the league for years or a giant headache for Colts fans.
24 - GB: D.J. Swearinger, FS, South Carolina
6'0,210-Swearinger has played both safety spots and CB this year. Apprenticing under Charles Woodson for a couple years could really pay off for a versatile and physical defensive back like Swearinger.
6'0,210-Swearinger has played both safety spots and CB this year. Apprenticing under Charles Woodson for a couple years could really pay off for a versatile and physical defensive back like Swearinger.
25 - NYG: Nickell Robey, CB, USC
5'9,175-This may only be a depth pick for the Giants but their pass defense has not been great and Roby is an undersized but talented CB for USC.
5'9,175-This may only be a depth pick for the Giants but their pass defense has not been great and Roby is an undersized but talented CB for USC.
26 - DEN: Le'Veon Bell, RB, Michigan State
6'2,240-How much longer could McGahee really be a starting RB in the league? After he's gone the Bronco's will need that hammer to compliment the more athletic backs like Moreno and Hillman.
6'2,240-How much longer could McGahee really be a starting RB in the league? After he's gone the Bronco's will need that hammer to compliment the more athletic backs like Moreno and Hillman.
27 - MIA: Justin Gilbert, CB, Oklahoma State
6'0,195-A former WR, Gilbert could pair with Elam (one of my projected second round picks for the Dolphins) to be a couple ball hawks in the Miami secondary.
6'0,195-A former WR, Gilbert could pair with Elam (one of my projected second round picks for the Dolphins) to be a couple ball hawks in the Miami secondary.
28 - NE: Brian Winters, OT, Kent State
6'4,305-With his scruff and tats, Brian Winters just looks like he should've been playing alongside Matt Light, Logan Mankins, and Dan Koppen during the Pat's super bowl runs. Still, New England is set at OT but could use some steady interior linemen.
6'4,305-With his scruff and tats, Brian Winters just looks like he should've been playing alongside Matt Light, Logan Mankins, and Dan Koppen during the Pat's super bowl runs. Still, New England is set at OT but could use some steady interior linemen.
29 - BAL: Travis Swanson, C, Arkansas
6'4,305-Swanson is a big, smart leader at the OC position who has played really well all year for the Razorbacks despite everything falling apart around him. Ravens finally find Matt Birk's replacement.
6'4,305-Swanson is a big, smart leader at the OC position who has played really well all year for the Razorbacks despite everything falling apart around him. Ravens finally find Matt Birk's replacement.
30 - SF: Levine Toilolo, TE, Stanford
6'8,265-A great compliment to Vernon Davis and Delanie Walker, Toilolo is a solid blocker and big body in the underneath passing game. Not to mention, he played for Jim Harbaugh and is already comfortable in his system.
6'8,265-A great compliment to Vernon Davis and Delanie Walker, Toilolo is a solid blocker and big body in the underneath passing game. Not to mention, he played for Jim Harbaugh and is already comfortable in his system.
31 - ATL: Shamarko Thomas, SS, Syracuse
5'9,205-The back side of Atlanta's defense has talent, but they are also pretty thin in terms of depth. Thomas is a spark plug type player and would be a good addition to an aging secondary.
5'9,205-The back side of Atlanta's defense has talent, but they are also pretty thin in terms of depth. Thomas is a spark plug type player and would be a good addition to an aging secondary.
32 - HOU: Aaron Dobson, WR, Marshall
6'3,200-Houston drafted a couple WRs in last years draft but neither are the kind of guy that could eventually take over for Andre Johnson when he finally pops his last hamstring. Dobson is that big body they need on the outside.
6'3,200-Houston drafted a couple WRs in last years draft but neither are the kind of guy that could eventually take over for Andre Johnson when he finally pops his last hamstring. Dobson is that big body they need on the outside.
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