(AP)The Arizona Cardinals have selected North Carolina OG Jonathan Cooper with the seventh overall pick in the 2013 NFL draft.

Pros: Amazingly quick, agile athlete for his size. Sets up in his pass pro like a tackle -- comes up from excellent leverage, establishes a side base, gets a good kick-step going, and stones defenders with an outstanding hand-strike. Pulls with impressive speed and agility from left guard all the way around to seal the right edge, and has the ability to read, stop, and block along the way. Also pulls with great speed and agility from left guard outside left tackle and into space upfield. Tremendous lateral agility and power allows him to excel in slide and zone slide protection. Gets upfield to linebacker depth in a hurry, but with leverage and power, to beat defenders downfield.

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Cons: Inaccurate with cut blocks, especially in space -- tends to lunge instead of targeting and will whiff as a result. Played at under 300 pounds at times and may struggle to maintain weight if he's in a high-volume offense similar to the one he was in before. Gets rocked back at times if he comes off the snap too high, but adjusts and re-sets on the fly. Underwent shoulder surgery before the 2012 season to relieve chronic inflammation.

What he brings to the team: Cooper is a very physical blocker, and the only reason that fact gets second billing is because he's so very athletic. At 6-foot-2 and playing anywhere from 290 to 310 pounds, Cooper comes into the NFL as athletically gifted as any guard currently playing in the pros. It's why he's gaining momentum among the analysts are studying him, and it's also why some seem to believe that he might be able to switch to center at the next level.

"I’d say I’m a combination of power and athleticism," he said at the scouting combine. "I can, especially with the addition of weight, I can run power. You can look at it from my first three years of film where we’re a pro-style offense where power was our staple play. And then this year it really showed my athletic ability, getting out in space. We ran a bunch of screens and a lot of things where I was on the second and third level getting on linebackers and defensive backs and such."

The tape proves every one of Cooper's points -- he's set to be a franchise player from day one.

Was it the right pick?

(Getty Images)The Cleveland Browns have selected LSU DE Barkevious Mingo with the sixth overall pick in the 2013 NFL draft.

Pros: Possesses rare length and burst off the snap -- comes off the ball very quickly and gains an impressive edge with first-step speed. Gains pass pressure by rocketing past tackles' outside shoulders before his blockers can establish their pass set, and gaining on quarterbacks after plays have broken down. Not a bull-rusher per se, but is able to generate impressive power through his speed when taking blockers straight on. Has an embryonic spin move that could be devastating if he develops it -- for now, it's more of a bailout move. Very quick defender from sideline to sideline. Clearly has the quickness to break off into coverage. Takes the occasional play off, but is generally very good at keeping his motor running, and he'll become especially dangerous when the offense is forced to improvise.

Cons: Played end for LSU but will likely have to transition outside to linebacker to best exploit his speed in the pros. Generally runs straight at, or around, tackles, and needs a far more comprehensive and consistent array of hand moves and counters to make his edge velocity work. Struggles to dislodge from blockers; tends to wrestle at the line more than he pursues at times. Comes off the snap high at times and can be blocked out pretty easily by tight ends and running backs. Forward motion player who struggles to redirect off the rush. Stunted inside a bit but needs to work on that aspect of his game some more.

What he brings to the team: Upside, but question marks. Though he played end for the Tigers most of the time, I'm not sure that's Mingo's best position -- unless he develops many of the techniques required to be elite in the NFL as a pass-rusher. Right now, he gets away with things against lesser tackles that tend to render him invisible against better blockers, and that issue could expand through his early pro career. He's not really a "boom-or-bust" player; more the kind of player who needs to learn a few things he should have been taught in college.

Was it the right pick? In this system, very possibly. I liked the idea of the Browns getting an elite cornerback to pair with Joe Haden, but defensive coordinator Ray Horton could use Mingo in a lot of different ways. The Browns now have a formidable front line.

lanejohnson310gettyThe Philadelphia Eagles have selected Oklahoma OT Lane Johnson with the fourth overall pick in the 2013 NFL draft.

Pros: Very quick and athletic tackle who gets in his set off the snap in a hurry. Has the best pass-blocking kick-step in this draft class -- smooth, thorough, and economical when he's moving to establish the edge of the pocket. Pesky blocker at the line -- mirrors exceedingly well and matches counter-moves and foot-fakes. Uses his long arms (35 inches) to keep pass-rushers at bay and out of the octagon. Creates knockdowns with leverage; he's more powerful in one-on-one matchups than he's given credit for. Plays left and right tackle with equal aplomb. Hits to pull and shift to the second level -- he chips well and creates areas for backs by sealing the edge to linebacker depth and beyond.

Cons: Needs to pack on more muscle and play with better width -- doesn't always get wide in his base, will snap up too high, and lose leverage battles at times. Susceptible to inside moves if he doesn't get his hands up quickly enough. Tends to pop off blocks at times; needs to engage longer on a consistent basis. Will occasionally lunge when he should lock on and move through his progressions.

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What he brings to the team: Speed, athleticism, and football frequency. Johnson has the ability to play very well in space, bring protection to multiple passing concepts, and there's a lot of room for growth here. Johnson hammered that home at the scouting combine, because he was able to show off his freakish athleticism. Terron Armstead of Arkansas-Pine Bluff set a record for offensive linemen with a 4.71 40-yard dash, but Armstead looks like a fourth-round player on tape. It was when Johnson, with his first-round tape in tow, ran a 4.72 40 that people really stood up, took notice, and started ranking him with the Joeckels and Fishers of the world. More importantly to his position, Johnson's 1.61-second 10-yard split was the best among all offensive linemen, and he aced the agility drills. NFL teams may have already had him in rarefied air, but there was little doubt when he left Indianapolis that Johnson was going to be a top-10 player.

Was it the right pick? Yes. Johnson is the most athletic tackle in this draft class, he fits Chip Kelly's high-volume offense like a glove, and he covers the Eagles' most glaring need.

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The Detroit Lions have selected BYU DE Ezekiel Ansah with the fifth overall pick in the 2013 NFL draft.

Pros: Ridiculous athlete. Outstanding chase defender upfield and to either sideline -- disengages quickly from blocks to move and make plays away from his original spot. Will grind through the play, sift through bodies, and continue to move to the ballcarrier. Gets in the backfield and makes things happen, as evidenced by improved tackle for loss totals. Has the reverse speed to become an excellent zone-dropper over time. Ability to engage double teams consistently increases his play-to-play value. Is developing an impressive ability to shoot through gaps, and will occasionally flash scary speed through blockers and into the pocket. For all the talk about Ansah's athleticism, perhaps the most intriguing (and most immediately NFL-transferable) aspect of his play is his power inline when he wins the leverage battle, and sometimes when he doesn't -- there's enough pure upper-body strength to push through technique flaws at times.

Cons: Has some pretty serious issues with leverage -- this showed up on his game tape, and was very obvious in Senior Bowl practices against dominant blockers. Comes off the snap too high far too often and loses a great deal of his forward power and momentum as a result. Can be bulled back and walled off in ways he shouldn't, given his size and athleticism. Doesn't yet have an array of useful and consistent hand moves, which leads to him wrestling with blockers at times when he should be disengaging. Falls for fake snap counts far too easily and will burst forward and back pre-snap. Still learning to diagnose more advanced run keys and gets in his own way sometimes.

What he brings to the team: Potential. Scary potential. As with most athletic marvels who still struggle with the finer points of the game, Ansah will need the help of his NFL team to make that transition smoothly and over time. He is frequently compared to New York Giants pass-rusher Jason Pierre-Paul -- not just because he has a similar build and potential explosive ability, but because Pierre-Paul was also a raw prospect coming out of South Florida. He spent one year there after two seasons in junior college, and the Giants worked him into one of the NFL's best defensive lines after selecting him with the 15th overall pick in 2010. Pierre-Paul played in all 16 games that first season, but didn't start a game until his second year, when he blew up with 16.5 sacks and his current well-deserved reputation as one of the toughest matchups in the game. Under a wise and patient coaching staff, Ansah could have the same career curve.

Was it the right pick?

After a trade with the Oakland Raiders, the Miami Dolphins have selected Oregon OLB Dion Jordan with the third overall pick in the 2013 NFL draft.

Pros: Creates a unique set of schematic opportunities in an NFL defense as a "moveable chess piece" -- Jordan can play end and "endbacker" as you'd expect, but he can also play at linebacker depth, and cover slot receivers in some very interesting ways. Amazing run-and-chase player for his size; will catch up to running backs going at full speed. Has a very unique ability to read, drop, and cover receivers and tight ends from inline or the slot. Shows legitimate coverage ability in the slot -- jams receivers at the line, and transitions decently from hip turn to downfield movement. Backs out in zone blitzes and zone drops to cover tight ends on the seam, and has the recovery speed to come back up and stop short-area plays. Actually does a credible job on man and zone coverage, which is really bizarre at his size -- looks like a really good mutant nickel cornerback at times.

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Cons: Leverage is a pretty serious issue on Jordan's game tape -- he gets blocked out far too easily if he isn't rushing from a wide slant. Still learning to use his upper-body strength. Gets too high off the snap. Doesn't have a bull-rush yet -- gets rocked back on power-blocks and needs to reset. Spin move needs a lot of work -- Jordan still struggles to keep his balance when trying to turn around blockers. Gets pushed out of the pocket against tackles when he can't match the momentum battle. Raw player who still struggles to keep his body under control at times.

What he brings to the team: An original skill set. Jordan doesn't really have a modern-day positional equivalent in the pros. There's an element of projection to Jordan's ultimate upside, but the potential is so tantalizing, and there's enough on tape to believe that he could be the best pure athlete in this draft class. He immediately adds many different dimensions to Miami's multiple defense.

Was it the right pick? Perhaps. Great kid and player, but this is very, very risky. The Dolphins still need to find a replacement for left tackle Jake Long, and if Jordan doesn't put up big numbers in his rookie season, it could be curtains for general manager Jeff Ireland, the guy who just drafted him.

The Jacksonville Jaguars have selected Texas A&M OT Luke Joeckel with the second overall pick in the 2013 NFL draft.

Pros: Has an effective kick-step in pass-protection -- comes off the ball at a slight angle and backs away, but isn't especially prone to inside moves. Sets back against edge rushers and makes it very difficult for them to get around in the pocket. Mirrors especially well to prevent rushers from getting around him near the end of the play. Not specifically built for lower-body power, but plays with a very wide base and outstanding fundamentals and rarely gets rocked back. Excellent drive blocker through the line and to the second level. Latches on to his target and forces the angle he wants. Pinches in to the tackle effectively and is able to establish good power to the side. Good cut-blocker who doesn't whiff when he aims and lunges. Seals the edge with consistency inside and outside.

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Cons: Not a great or agile mover in space -- takes a second to get his body moving on the run and could be factored out on extended downfield blocks. Needs to hit his target on point because he doesn't have a lot of lateral mobility upfield and in zone situations. Would be better in a quick-step offense; was often asked to take the inside rusher on blitzes to his side and let the outside man move in with the quarterback directed to hit his hot read. Needs work on chipping one defender and moving to the second -- that's more a function of scheme than an indictment of his abilities, but it's an issue on tape.

What he brings to the team: Immediate starter value and consistency. Joeckel isn't a flashy player by any means, but for a team with an offense very much in flux, he will set the edge right away, and could do it from either edge of the offensive line. Calling a draft prospect "safe" is generally seen as pejorative, as it implies a low ceiling or a player who has maxed out in his development. I believe that Luke Joeckel is the best kind of safe player -- the kind who will hit the field in the NFL and be an impact starter from the start.

Was it the right pick? Yes. There's a lot of defensive talent left on the board, but the Jags need a bookend for Eugene Monroe, and they now have it. This sets the team's new regime up to properly evaluate quarterback Blaine Gabbert for one more season with an eye to 2014.

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The Kansas City Chiefs have selected Central Michigan offensive tackle Eric Fisher with the first overall pick in the 2013 NFL draft.

Pros: Ideal build for a do-it-all tackle -- long arms, powerful upper body, muscular lower body, and the flexibility to employ outstanding leverage. Comes off the snap extending his arms, driving his defender, and leading with a nasty attitude. Quick kick-step allows him to step with speed rushers. Plays with a dominating personality -- developing a reputation as a bad-ass, and he wants to perpetuate it. Gets his feet down in a wide base and can absolutely envelop defenders. High percentage of knockdown blocks for his size, even against better teams. Gets under pads and comes up at an angle. Can be rocked back at times by bigger opponents, but re-sets with quickness and excellent technique.

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Cons: Fisher could use come finishing work on his back-step in pass protection -- while he comes off the ball very quickly, he isn't as consistently smooth through the turn as you'd like and he'll lose guys who can dip-and-rip around him. Tends to shuffle when he should create a smoother arc. Will jab and push at the end of plays. Has a clear chip on his shoulder and a nasty streak, which is great as long as he keeps it under control. Tends to come up too high at times and can be beaten by pure leverage bull-rushers. Doesn't always hit his target in space. Strength of competition will be an issue for some.

What he brings to the team: Immediately, Fisher gives Andy Reid the kind of athletic, nasty tackle he always preferred in his years with the Philadelphia Eagles. The pick allows the Chiefs to either trade Branden Albert, or move him to right tackle, and sets their balanced offense up very well.

Was it the right pick? Without question. Backside protection is going to be an issue for the Chiefs as Albert has expressed his displeasure with his current situaiton. Fisher is the best overall player in this draft class, and he's still got a chip on his shoulder from the days when he was ignored by the Big 10 when he was a high-school recruit.