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1. Houston Texans: Teddy Bridgewater, QB, Louisville: As they flip between Case Keenum and Matt Schaub this season, it should be apparent that the Texans don't have a franchise quarterback. As long as you don't judge him against players like Andrew Luckor Russell Wilson, Bridgewater has the classic traits of being a franchise quarterback. His on-field intelligence is advanced, and he has plenty of physical talent.
2. Jacksonville Jaguars: Derek Carr, QB, Fresno State: The Jaguars are suddenly, and strangely, one of the hotter teams in the NFL. They've abandoned the No. 1 pick and, with an upcoming game against the Houston Texans, could continue tumbling down the draft order. Wherever they land, finding a franchise quarterback is critical. Why Carr over Oregon's Marcus Mariota? General manager David Caldwell was part of the scouting departments that drafted Peyton Manning in Indianapolis and Matt Ryan in Atlanta. He may be more comfortable with the quarterback that fits the same classic pocket passer mold.
Mocking The Draft
• 2014 NFL Draft Top 100 • Projected NFL Draft order • Underclassmen tracker • Matthew Fairburn mock draft
3. St. Louis Rams (via Washington Commanders): Jake Matthews, OT, Texas A&M: This is the first pick where things get challenging. Would the Rams consider moving on from Sam Bradford while he still has two years left on his contract? Until there are indications otherwise, let's assume they stick with Bradford. That gives St. Louis a lot options. It would be funny if they managed to flip the final pick from the Robert Griffin III trade into more picks. But to keep things simple, lets go with Matthews, the unquestioned top offensive tackle in next year's draft. Matthews can play either side if the Rams choose to continue going with Jake Longat left tackle. Another option could be a true No. 1 wide receiver like Sammy Watkins.
4. Atlanta Falcons: Jadeveon Clowney, DE, South Carolina: By the time the draft comes around in May, people are going to be sick of seeing this projected pick. But unless the Falcons win themselves out of getting Clowney, he makes the most sense. While his stats are down this season, Clowney is a phenom. Defensive ends who are 6-foot-6 and 275 pounds shouldn't have the first-step quickness Clowney possesses. NFL teams won't be double- and triple-teaming Clowney like he's getting this season — at least not initially. This is a sprint to the podium pick for Atlanta.
5. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Sammy Watkins, WR, Clemson: Rookie quarterback Mike Glennon has played decently over the past few weeks (other than a couple turnovers on Sunday). There is a lot an offense could do with a player like Watkins. He's capable of splitting out wide and was a star as a freshman at Clemson mostly working from the slot. Pairing Watkins with Vincent Jackson would give Tampa Bay one of the better wide receiver groups in the league.
23. Dallas Cowboys: Stephon Tuitt, DE/DT, Notre Dame: There's a real argument that can be made that no defensive tackle has played better than the Cowboys' Jason Hatcher. He's almost assuredly a Pro Bowler. But the problem for Dallas is that he's a free agent at the end of the season. If he happens to depart, defensive tackle becomes a priority for the Cowboys. Tuitt plays end in Notre Dame's 3-4 scheme but he projects inside in the NFL. He's a solid athlete for the position and is just quick enough to split through gaps.
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2. Jacksonville Jaguars: Derek Carr, QB, Fresno State: The Jaguars are suddenly, and strangely, one of the hotter teams in the NFL. They've abandoned the No. 1 pick and, with an upcoming game against the Houston Texans, could continue tumbling down the draft order. Wherever they land, finding a franchise quarterback is critical. Why Carr over Oregon's Marcus Mariota? General manager David Caldwell was part of the scouting departments that drafted Peyton Manning in Indianapolis and Matt Ryan in Atlanta. He may be more comfortable with the quarterback that fits the same classic pocket passer mold.
Mocking The Draft
• 2014 NFL Draft Top 100 • Projected NFL Draft order • Underclassmen tracker • Matthew Fairburn mock draft
3. St. Louis Rams (via Washington Commanders): Jake Matthews, OT, Texas A&M: This is the first pick where things get challenging. Would the Rams consider moving on from Sam Bradford while he still has two years left on his contract? Until there are indications otherwise, let's assume they stick with Bradford. That gives St. Louis a lot options. It would be funny if they managed to flip the final pick from the Robert Griffin III trade into more picks. But to keep things simple, lets go with Matthews, the unquestioned top offensive tackle in next year's draft. Matthews can play either side if the Rams choose to continue going with Jake Longat left tackle. Another option could be a true No. 1 wide receiver like Sammy Watkins.
4. Atlanta Falcons: Jadeveon Clowney, DE, South Carolina: By the time the draft comes around in May, people are going to be sick of seeing this projected pick. But unless the Falcons win themselves out of getting Clowney, he makes the most sense. While his stats are down this season, Clowney is a phenom. Defensive ends who are 6-foot-6 and 275 pounds shouldn't have the first-step quickness Clowney possesses. NFL teams won't be double- and triple-teaming Clowney like he's getting this season — at least not initially. This is a sprint to the podium pick for Atlanta.
5. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Sammy Watkins, WR, Clemson: Rookie quarterback Mike Glennon has played decently over the past few weeks (other than a couple turnovers on Sunday). There is a lot an offense could do with a player like Watkins. He's capable of splitting out wide and was a star as a freshman at Clemson mostly working from the slot. Pairing Watkins with Vincent Jackson would give Tampa Bay one of the better wide receiver groups in the league.
23. Dallas Cowboys: Stephon Tuitt, DE/DT, Notre Dame: There's a real argument that can be made that no defensive tackle has played better than the Cowboys' Jason Hatcher. He's almost assuredly a Pro Bowler. But the problem for Dallas is that he's a free agent at the end of the season. If he happens to depart, defensive tackle becomes a priority for the Cowboys. Tuitt plays end in Notre Dame's 3-4 scheme but he projects inside in the NFL. He's a solid athlete for the position and is just quick enough to split through gaps.
http://www.sbnation.com/nfl-mock-dr...4-nfl-mock-draft-derek-carr-teddy-bridgewater